Historical Overview of Gambling Licences
Ancient Times 🕰️
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Event Date Description First Recorded Gambling 2300 BC The earliest evidence of gambling found in China, using rudimentary games of chance.
Middle Ages ⚔️
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Event Date Description Gambling Regulations Introduced 12th Century Churches and local authorities begin to regulate gambling activities across Europe.
18th Century 🎭
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Event Date Description Establishment of Licensed Gaming Houses 1721 The first licensed gaming house opens in Hamburg, marking the formal introduction of gambling licenses.
19th Century 💰
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Event Date Description Gambling Laws Formalized 1850 Many countries introduce formal gambling laws, requiring licenses for gaming establishments. New Jersey Legalizes Casinos 1976 New Jersey becomes the first state in the US to legalize casinos, significantly impacting the gaming landscape.
21st Century 🌐
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Event Date Description Online Gambling Licenses Established 2000 Countries begin offering online gambling licenses, paving the way for the digital gambling era. Global Regulatory Bodies Formed 2010 The establishment of global organizations to regulate gambling, ensuring a fair betting environment.
